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David
- Rate R1117
- Response 24h
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Number of students David has accompanied since joining Superprof
Number of students David has accompanied since joining Superprof

R1117/h
1st lesson free
- Music
Oxford graduate (First Class) | Oxbridge personal statement & interview specialist | 11 years’ teaching experience
- Music
Lesson location
Recommended
David is a respected tutor in our community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. A trusted partner on your learning journey.
About David
I graduated from Oxford University with First-Class Honours in 2020 after receiving a full scholarship to study Music. Coming from a comprehensive school in a deprived area of the southwest, where opportunities were scarce, I was one of the first in my school to attend Oxbridge. These experiences give me unique insight into navigating competitive admissions from any background. I also completed the Oxford Foundation Year on a full scholarship, where I received intensive mentoring from Oxford professors, application specialists, and interview coaches.
Two years in a row, I worked with Oxford’s admissions team, invigilating admissions tests, coordinating with professors, and supported numerous interview candidates throughout the process
Over the past 7 years, I’ve performed internationally as a multi-instrumentalist with Mandrake Handshake, toured major UK cities with Del Amitri, and released my debut album Childhood Sketches as ‘Silver Sakura’. My work has been featured on BBC Introducing, received international radio play, and included co-writing a film soundtrack broadcast on Amazon Prime.
“Outstanding teacher... fun, friendly, expert, whip smart and excellent at delivering real results.” — Philip, choir master
About the lesson
- All levels
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Applying to Oxford or Cambridge is a unique challenge – and I know it well. As a First-Class Music graduate from the University of Oxford with over 11 years’ teaching and tutoring experience, I help students navigate every stage of the Oxbridge process with confidence. Whether it’s refining your personal statement, preparing for admissions tests, or practising mock interviews, I offer clear, constructive guidance that builds both skill and self-assurance. My approach is supportive but rigorous, designed to stretch your thinking and help you perform at your absolute best. I’ve worked with students from a wide range of backgrounds, tailoring each lesson to your goals, subject, and style of learning. Together, we’ll not just “tick the boxes” – we’ll help you stand out!
With my piano lessons, me goal is to spark a genuine love of music so learning feels natural and enjoyable. Every student is different, so I tailor lessons to their interests, goals, and learning style — combining structure with space for creativity. With 5 years’ experience teaching in schools and privately, I welcome all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, and create an inclusive, LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent-friendly environment
Recommendations
Recommendations are written by the tutor's friends, family, and acquaintances.
David is such a lovely person who is very passionate about his work as a teacher. Ever since I started lessons with him, my skill and understanding of the piano has increased significantly. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who was thinking of learning piano/everything else he teaches.
David was a very good teacher for my daughter Maddalena during her first few years of piano lessons. He kept her attention and interest alive through reading, exercises and improvisation. He has a joyful and playful way of teaching music, and children love it!
David has worked with my son for the last 2 years, tutoring him for his music GCSE. David has been a tremendous teacher in a fun but structured way. He has been a huge asset in dealing with the pressure of assessed performances and compositions and has made a great difference to my son's confidence as a musician. I would recommend David to anyone and am considering learning myself!
David is an outstanding teacher. Wherever you are at for each lesson, both mentally and in terms of your skills development, he is ready to meet you with just the right tools and approach. Fun, friendly, expert, whip smart and excellent at delivering real results, would recommend without any hesitation.
Our 8 year old adores David! We have had David come to ours for 2 years and what impresses me most is the balance between improv, set pieces, theory and silliness…! David understands that learning happens best when the child is having fun and engaged. He is very patient with children who get easily distracted, but also firm when needed. The improv duets are wonderful and fill the house with beautiful music.
Leonardo has been enjoying very much the classes with David. Even though Leonardo is young, David has managed to keep him enthusiastically engaged with the classes and he is very keen to keep learning piano. David has been easy to approach and very responsive to our queries. I will recommend his classes if you want your child to start learning piano around primary school age
My daughter says David is very helpful, patient, and funny! His enthusiasm is infectious and he tailors the piano lessons to her interest and skills.
"I like piano lessons with David because he is a great teacher and I can always choose the song I want to play. I recommend him to other children"
David has been an amazing piano teacher for Esme. She really enjoys the lessons, especially improvising. Playing music she has chosen is really motivating. She has made so much progress not only in technique but also her confidence. I'm really impressed by how David is able to make that happen
David was a patient and supportive teacher. He diligently worked with my daughter, who suffers from hearing loss and neurodiversity, taking time to explain to her everything that she needs to do and why. He tailored the lessons to her needs so that she not only got the most out of each but also enjoyed them. We have since left Oxford, but my daughter still practices in her own time using the techniques taught by David. Thank you, David
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Rates
Rate
- R1117
Package rates
- 5h: R5583
- 10h: R11167
online
- R1117/h
free lesson
The free first lesson with David allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 30min
Details
30 min | FREE CONSULTATION
1 SESSION | £50
- 1-hour live coaching session with personalised guidance
- Summary of feedback sent by email within 48 hours
- Optional detailed written feedback report available for £40
1-HOUR MOCK INTERVIEW | £65
- Formal Oxbridge-style mock interview with structured questioning and targeted verbal feedback, all materials prepared and sent in advance
- Summary of feedback sent by email within 48 hours.
- Optional detailed written feedback report available for £40
1-HOUR PERSONAL STATEMENT REVIEW | £65
- Personal statement reviewed and annotated in detail in advance of the session, followed by a focused 1-hour feedback and strategy session.
- Optional detailed written feedback report available for +£40)
IN-DEPTH PERSONAL STATEMENT FEEDBACK | £40
- Detailed written feedback and advice provided solely via email, with no live session.
EXTRAS
- Detailed written feedback report (+£40) | A formal written summary covering strengths and weaknesses, clear action points, set homework, and tailored advice with recommended resources | this is an add-on to sessions above
- Packages available in 3, 6, or 10 sessions at a reduced rate, covering all the above. Please ask during our consultation.
Limited availability — due to demand, I take on a small number of Oxbridge students each season to ensure high-quality, personalised support.
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